Kothu - Pangna, Mandi
Kothu is a village situated in the Pangna tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 103 km from Mandi. Mashog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothu is 015910. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.31 hectares and falls under the 175046 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Kothu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothu
According to the 2011 Census, Kothu village had a total population of 23 people, including 9 males and 14 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,556 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 60.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 1 | 8 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothu
Public transport in the Kothu is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Kothu is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kothu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kothu
Where is Kothu located?
Kothu village is located in Pangna Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kothu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothu is Mashog.
What is the pincode of Kothu?
The pincode of Kothu is 175046.
What is the population of Kothu?
Kothu had a total population of 23, including 9 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Kothu?
Kothu had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothu was 77.78%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 60.00%.